What are the six major categories considered in a site analysis for a plant growing operation?
The six main considerations are location, water supply, topography, soil type, climate, and economic & social factors.
What growing practice meets the needs of the present without compromising future generations?
Sustainable
What does the growing degree days concept predict?
When a crop is harvestable.
How do yield sensors on harvesters make harvest more cost efficient?
They monitor the yield rate and adjust the harvester’s speed to ensure maximum collection and minimize loss.
List two ways damage can occur to plants during harvesting.
Breakage and bruising.
For example, roses should be picked by the stem only, and peaches should be placed gently in transportation bins.
What is the main reason cut flowers and potted plants are sleeved before shipping?
Protection from shipping damage.
Who establishes market quality standards for crops?
The United States Department of Agriculture.
What is hedonic quality?
A quality that is based on appeal to the consumer.
For example, a homegrown blueberry has more value than a store-bought one.
What is the purpose of curing some crops after they are harvested?
To reduce moisture content.
Is it true that in the Modified and Controlled atmosphere storage process, oxygen content is reduced with an inert gas?
True.
What are agricultural cooperatives?
Cooperatives are groups of producers who join together to reduce costs through volume buying and increase their influence in the marketplace.
